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Everyone needs a little help being a human. From sleep to saving money to parenting and more, host Marielle Segarra talks to experts to get the best advice out there. Life Kit is here to help you get it together.Want another life hack? Try Life Kit+. Your subscription supports the show and unlocks an exclusive sponsor-free feed. Learn more at plus.npr.org/lifekit

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Everyone needs a little help being a human. From sleep to saving money to parenting and more, host Marielle Segarra talks to experts to get the best advice out there. Life Kit is here to help you get it together.Want another life hack? Try Life Kit+. Your subscription supports the show and unlocks an exclusive sponsor-free feed. Learn more at plus.npr.org/lifekit

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    Colorectal cancer rates are on the rise. Here's what to know

    Colorectal cancer rates are on the rise. Here's what to know

    In the 1990s, colorectal cancer was the fourth-leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. Now, it's the first in men and second in women — and rates are rising among people under age 50. This episode, we explore how you can lower your risk and make sure you catch colorectal cancer early.

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    • 13 min
    Create the birthday you want to celebrate

    Create the birthday you want to celebrate

    No matter how old you are, having a happy birthday is one of life's great pleasures, says birthday enthusiast Tamar Hurwitz-Fleming. You just need to figure out what that means for you.

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    • 13 min
    How to plan your dream vacation

    How to plan your dream vacation

    Sometimes you crave a vacation — but actually taking one feels out of reach. Maybe you're struggling to find the time or save up the money. Or maybe you just can't seem to launch those plans out of the group chat. Overcome that planning inertia and take the big trip of your dreams. Here's where to start your search, organize your logistics and enjoy yourself.

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    • 22 min
    Dear Life Kit: Your wedding etiquette questions, answered

    Dear Life Kit: Your wedding etiquette questions, answered

    Etiquette coach Myka Meier revisits traditional wedding customs, including the cost of wedding gifts — and how much a mother-in-law should contribute to the matrimonial budget.

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    What is 'communal living' and is it right for me?

    What is 'communal living' and is it right for me?

    There are options beyond living solo or with roommates — and one of them is called 'communal living.' In this arrangement, people don't just simply live together, but share resources and create community. In this episode, co-living enthusiasts explain how it works and how to decide whether it's right for you.

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    • 22 min
    Protect your ears from hearing loss

    Protect your ears from hearing loss

    People of all ages are at risk of noise-induced hearing loss, but few know how to protect against it. This episode, build out your ear care routine with the help of hearing experts — and get surprising advice on phone volume, noise exposure and Q-tips.

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    • 23 min

Customer Reviews

4.2 out of 5
30 Ratings

30 Ratings

Michypops ,

Birding

Thank you so much for the birding episode! I enjoyed it so much. I love how you explained easy ways for people to get started and ideas to make it accessible and fun for everyone. Also loved hearing women discuss this-so often that is not the case.
Thank you from an Australian bird-nerd. :)

Rateburger ,

A delight!

This podcast is full of such helpful information on topics I need help with but hadn’t got around to reading about. Thank you!

Rebecca Blade ,

So fantastically useful!

I really appreciate all the work that went into making this podcast so useful and informative. I'm an 18 year old living in Australia, and despite the fact that much of this is not really relevant to me and is literally based on a different continent, I'm still learning so much. Love the format, love the presentation, and the touch of humour that goes along with it.

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